reMarkable 2 tablet review: worth it in 2023?

The reMarkable 2 is a fantastic note taking device. But is this productivity tablet worth the $300 price tag? Probably not.

[BrianFrey]

Correction on the integrations with Google Drive, Dropbox, and Microsoft — that ability IS included without a subscription… the subscription is only for Remarkable’s cloud storage ability.

[Frondlock]

surprisingly enough it feels soooo refreshing to listen to an honest reviews. Nowadays almost every video about a product is in some way or another sponsored and you end up not able to trust really the review. Thanks for interesting, nuanced feedback on an intriguing product

[kawsara]

Literally explained everything in the first 10 seconds. Amazing

[hdee]

I am literally the ideal audience: I am an artist and have ADHD. Analogue is huge for me but at this point in my career (in my 30s), I'm drowning in notebooks that have too many ideas in too many places. I love the writing experience, the lack of apps help me focus, and being not backlit protects my eyes from strain and protects my over-excitable nervous system from all the stimulus overload that comes with most screens over time. But if you've already gone deep with a different note service or application, I can see how it might now be worth it. Ideal for a move from purely analogue to... less analogue. Lol.

[kalromain]

After dwelling over whether this device is worth the price at $900 CAD (device, case and marker with eraser), for weeks. This review was all I needed to see. If this device was no more than $250 CAD all in, I would have already purchased one for myself and one for every member of my creative team. But $900 is absolutely insane.

[booliusboolin]

I work at Best Buy. Got a good deal on one and wanted to give it a shot. The moment I realized it didn’t have a backlight was the moment I realized I am most likely going to return it.

[sean]

I'm a big fan of the device. I use it for school and have the equivalent of multiple binders on it. I convert powerpoint lectures to pdf and annotate directly on them. It's perfect for my current use case.

[embwrqy]

Thanks for your honest review. You finally end my obsession to this item! I owe you for saving me from wasting my money. ❤❤❤

[Robin-iens]

I use one as a glorified to do list...and I love it! It's used every day, simply pick-up and write anytime. No opening an app or messing around. Has saved me so much time.

[riggidybang]

Personally, not having a backlight is a plus - my paper pads don't come with one and I don't see a need for Remarkable to have one either, even at $300 a pop. However, I do intend to melt down both eraser pen and a folio case - they must contain some sort of precious metals based on the price Remarkable is charging for them...

[bluejayonmyshoulder]

I like the organization that can come from this. Papers always end up ripped and I gotta search for the right notes . Especially in a full notebook it can be a pain. I still may consider getting this for college.

[GurminderMarwaha]

This is the review I was looking for. Brilliant, clear, concise and confirmed the answers to the questions I had. Thank you!

[courtneyfountain]

I've been looking into getting this product for more than a year. But haven't been willing to get it because of the price point. I'm a high school teacher and found myself writing lesson plans on scrap paper and sticky notes (it was just quicker and easier as I already have 15 tabs open for the various websites I'm using). At the end of the year my lesson plans were a mess and i just threw them away in the end. If I get this, thats what I would use it for.

[daranturner]

Thank you sir for such a well-rounded but fair review. This was my first time on your page and on my experience today I've subscribed immediately!

[Ilbbrief]

You answered every one of the questions I had and saved me $$$. Thanks!

[Clydes.Shop]

Thank you for an honest review! I have a colleague that uses one and it always intrigued me. I just looked up the price, and you comments on the digital functionality have caused me to pause. Side note- This is a well done video and I enjoyed it.

[vergeben]

I am using the remarkable for years. I can not understand why everyone is so much stressing, that it feels like writing on paper? It does not in my opinion. Writing on paper is an haptic experience that differs in its self in a big variety depending on the paper and the pen that is used... the remarkable is something that provides a writing experience on its own... one has to try it and use it for a while to figure out, wether it suits or not.... I dont like how much what i mention above is repeated, as if it becomes true through the number of repetitions...

[downundabrotha]

I have a tablet and MacBook and use my remarkable for taking notes and doing readings I actually love it so much and it really helps me focus also I use a portable keyboard with it rather than the pen. For me it's an add on product with my key work products and work station a visually less invasive and organic device that doesn't overstimulate or over complicate the brain with visual stimuli

[NorReshka]

Thank you for your review. Answered every question I had about this product. Back to ipad pro I go.

[slampigbook]

Dear Dream Killer, you're right about all the nonsense. These companies always have to push it that step further to make using their products costly and annoying. I'm still debating on buying this, but if I have to pay for their cloud service to be able to do what I want with my notes forget it. Also, how long the tips last scare me. Maybe I'll just buy an old iPac it PDA.